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Forclaz Men's Backpacking 50+10 L Backpack MT500 Air
Developed from the TREK 500, the MT500 AIR range has a new taut mesh back as well as a new polyamide component combining light weight and strength. The perfect bag for all types of hike!
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About this item:
- This backpack is made for multiple days hiking or trekking in autonomy. You can carry everything you need to camp, drink and eat on your back with comfort.
- The MT500 AIR only weighs 3.7 lbs and can contain a total volume of 50 liters which we recommend for a trip over 2 weeks long. The top of the bag is adjustable and can hold an extral 10 liters of volume.
- This backpack has plenty of features if you are looking for a technical option at a fair price: AIR concept back ventilation, rain cover, water bottle holder, hiking poles holder, 8 pockets and a compartment for a water bladder for easy hydration.
- The AIR concept: in order for your back to dry faster, we added a mesh on top of a ventilated structure. Ideal for long and sweaty day hikes from one camp to another !
- This is a men's backpack: This bag has been conceived for a masculine morphology (torso and hips). We recommend to consider the users physical morphology when you choose a bag for comfort purposes when carrying it on your back.
- 10-year warranty: the fabric of the bag is ultra resistant and Decathlon is proud to offer this warranty for any defect that could appear in the next 10 years.
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Product Features
Carrying comfort
Perfect for men carrying up to 15 kg. Ventilated back, adjustable height
Multiple compartments
Split capacity, wide front access, access to bottom of bag, 8 pockets
Versatility
Bottle holder, pole holder, rain cover, multi-use straps
Durability
Lightweight but durable polyamide main fabric, reinforced bag base
Ventilation
Reinforced frame with mesh reducing pressure and letting the back breathe.
Easy hydration
Internal compartment for a water bladder (not included)
Weight
1.7kg: the empty weight indicated is that of our benchmark sample
Questions & Answers
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Question:
Hi! How do I remove stays of this backpack?
Answer:
We recommend reading this page https://www.decathlon.com/blogs/sports-advice/how-to-care-for-your-backpacking-bag for complete details.
Question:
Is the fit - the suspension - adjustable? I'm 6-2
Answer:
We're happy to inform you that the torso length of the backpack is indeed adjustable to accommodate different body sizes, including yours at 6'2". To ensure a comfortable fit, it's essential to measure your torso length accurately. This measurement is the distance between your 7th vertebra (the prominent bone at the base of your neck) and your ilium (the top of your hip bones). Our backpack's adjustable torso length ranges from a minimum of 39 cm (15 inches) to a maximum of 51 cm (20 inches). Additionally, the waistband of the backpack is also adjustable to provide a snug fit around your waist. The waistband adjustment ranges from a minimum of 79 cm (31 inches) to a maximum of 136 cm (54 inches). Furthermore, the back panel of the backpack is adjustable with a release strap, making it easy and quick to customize the fit according to your preferences and body size. For the most comfortable and personalized fit, we recommend measuring your torso length and waist size using the provided guidelines before making your selection.
Question:
Is this backpack waterproof? Thanks
Answer:
The backpack includes a raincover stored in the bottom pocket, providing protection from rain.
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Super comfortable you don't even feel like you're carrying heavy loads
This hiking backpack looks and is very well made. The material is very thin, however. I'm curious to see what it can really withstand. I feel that there could have been more zipped compartments inside. My son likes it, though. We'll have to wait and see how the backpack performs on his first vacation.
I recommend it to anyone who wants to do very comfortable and light trekking.
I measure 1.88 and this backpack is comfortable for me to carry and practical during my treks of several days (around 11 kgs). A little heavy, its wide belt nevertheless holds the bottom of the bag well and its adjustable back makes it easy to finely adjust the straps. These are well padded and have a pleasant mesh back. Its compartmentalization is successful and its structure seems robust to me. Too big for cabin baggage on a plane. Difficult to stand up and I always put my floor mat attached underneath, to preserve the fabric which seems vulnerable. Without reaching the qualitative level of “high-end” competitors, it nevertheless incorporates several elements, which make it very efficient and pleasant to carry. A few grams to be saved by shortening excessively long straps. Retractable upper collar (to bring the liter to 60l) never used. .
Tough bag meeting all needs
A cheaper alternative to the Osprey Atmos 50 backpack. Unfortunately, "UNUSABLE" coloring (terrible color for nature). When the variants are dark green, gray, brown, I might even buy it.
After 2 years of use, nothing to complain about. Top material. Top workmanship
I bought a men's hiking backpack because it fit me better than a women's backpack and I can highly recommend it. It really fits a lot of stuff, it has many pockets which are great and it wears seriously perfectly.
Perfectly suited for bivouac. Quite heavy with all the straps and adjustment mechanisms, but for this price it's understandable. Pay attention however to the volume of the equipment, by putting my tent (Jamet Oural) inside to avoid being unbalanced with the rest of my equipment and my water bag, there was not much left for food.
This summer I did the Liébana trail and the backpack from a brand that could theoretically be better than Quechua let me down. In fact, it grazed my shoulder. I have tried it on a trip and with similar conditions and I found it comfortable and with a good fit on my back.
perfect for a bivouac for 2 where we share the equipment, too bad the larger format no longer exists beautiful color, practical, clever storage, comfortable carrying
Good
Product that meets our expectations very well.
I like the opening in the middle, it’s very convenient for picking up and sorting items~
Bag that I will use mid-May for the Stevenson path
Additional Product Information
Composition
Main fabric: 100.0% Polyamide ; Lining: 100.0% Polyester ; Yoke: 100.0% Polyamide ; Webbing: 100.0% Polypropylene ; Bag cover: 100.0% Polyester ; Coating: 100.0% Polyurethane
Dimensions
Bag dimensions when in use: Height : 65 cm / 26 in Width: 35cm / 14 inDepth: 35 Cm/14 inTorso length (= distance 7th vertebrate - ilium): Minimum: 39 Cm/15 in Maximum: 51 Cm/20 in The waistband:Minimum: 79 Cm/31 in Maximum: 136 cm / 54 in
Capacity
The bag has a 50 L capacity with an extra 10 L extension capability. The volume of each backpack is measured using a standardised method. we use small balls to fill the main compartment as well as each pocket. The balls are then emptied into a graduated container in order to determine the equivalent volume in litres, with a margin of error of just a few %.
Weight
1.7 kg All inclusive.Weight of the removable rain cover 100 g
Air design
As with the MT900 UL line, the MT500 AIR range has a ventilated back structure with mesh fabric (net fabric) that helps the back to breathe and dries quickly. Rigidity is guaranteed by a reinforced frame. The back is adjustable with a release strap that’s easy and quick to use.
Materials
Polyamide main fabric 210D RS (Ripstop = increased resistance to tears), reinforced bag base (420Dx330D RS)
Recommended carry weight
According to the project for which this backpack was designed, we recommend you don’t load it above 15 kg. Then you can benefit from all its features. Moreover, it’s not recommended to carry a load greater than 20-25% of your own weight and put too much pressure on your back.
How to pack a backpack?
Put your bedding at the bottom. Put heavy gear (tent, camp stove, food) near your back. Store your clothing around it. A groundsheet or tent can be placed under the flap or under the bag if there isn't room inside. Keep your waterproof jacket and fleece to hand. Place small items for daily use (sun cream, map, glasses etc.) in the pockets. The water bladder can be placed in the compartment provided down the back.
How to use the multi-use straps?
The new range of MT500 AIR and MT900 UL bags has two straps with open aluminium buckles (on the lower part of the bag). These straps let you hook on a tent or mattress under the bag or on the barrel. If not in use, these straps can be stored (by pushing them inside) in the hidden pocket intended for this or detached and used elsewhere with the lark's head knot buckle.
Complementary accessories
To make your MT500 AIR bag easier to use, check out our storage accessories, repair buckles or hanging straps. check out our accessories
Product testing
All our backpacks undergo field tests by users who are representative of our target market under similar conditions to those you will encounter. To test, assess and validate products, our mission test connects the product manager responsible for the product design with individuals independent to DECATHLON. This backpack was tested by trekkers for 5 weeks in the Canary Islands, the Pyrenees and the Mont Blanc mountain range.
Storage instructions
Store your bag in a dry, ventilated place away from direct light.
Origin
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If you return a product you will receive a refund for the purchase price plus any applicable sales taxes, less any non-refundable charges.
Decathlon will cover all shipping costs associated with your return except for items excluded from our return policy such as bikes, basketball hoops, snowboards, surfboards, tents, and other larger / heavier items.
Return costs for heavy products:
| Weight Thresholds | Shipping within California | Shipping outside of California |
|---|---|---|
| > 9 lbs | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| > 30 lbs | $50.00 | $65.00 |
| > 100 lbs | $100.00 | $125.00 |
| > 200 lbs | $200.00 | $230.00 |
If you return a product at any of our store locations, we will gladly help you find the best alternative product or refund you on the spot.
